Frigid Trail Race & Polar Plunge

Pre-registration for Frigid on January 30th, 2027, coming soon.

Brave the cold with 5K and 10K trail race options followed by a plunge into the Deep Water Solo pool.

Activity

Trail Running

Total Distance

5k/10k

Location

Charlotte, NC

Registration

10K

Pre-Registration $55

Last day to pre-register is January 27th, 2027

$55

Day-of Registration $60

$60

Pre-Registration $45

Last day to pre-register is January 27th, 2027

$45

Day-of Registration $50

$50

Packet Pick-up

Thursday, January 28th 5:00pm-7:00pm

South Conference Center

5:00pm-7:00pm

Friday, January 29th 5:00pm-7:00pm

South Conference Center

5:00pm-7:00pm

Schedule

Thursday, January 28, 2027

Packet Pick-up

Thursday Packet Pick-up Opens in the South Conference Center 5:00pm

Thursday Packet Pick-up Closes 7:00pm

Friday, January 29, 2027

Packet Pick-up

Friday Packet Pick-up Opens in the South Conference Center 5:00pm

Friday Packet Pick-up Closes 7:00pm

Saturday, January 30, 2027

5K and 10K

Day-of Packet Pick-up Opens 8:00am

10K Race Starts 9:00am

5K Race Starts 10:00am

Course Closes 11:00am

Additional Information

- Interested volunteers should fill out a Volunteer Inquiry Form or e-mail the Events Team at events@whitewater.org.
- Waiver Policy
  - All participants must sign the Whitewater Center Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating.
  - May be printed and brought to packet pick-up or completed on site.
  - The waiver is not included in the online registration form.
- Refund and Transfer Policy
  - Race Registration is non-refundable
  - A 100% registration transfer must be requested 2 months (or more) in advance of race day via events@whitewater.org
  - A 50% registration transfer must be requested 1 month (or more) in advance of race day via events@whitewater.org
  - Registration transfers are only applicable to the same race the following year
- Forgotten Add-On Gear/Participant items
  - All purchased add-on gear must be collected during packet pick-up
  - Items will not be shipped
  - If items are unable to be picked up during packet pick-up, you must arrange pick-up with events@whitewater.org and collect from Outfitters within one week from event date
  - The race director will not email you to arrange your pick-up
  - All unclaimed items will be donated
  - Typical parking fees apply
- Forgotten Awards
  - Applies to participant shirts, finisher’s awards and age group/overall awards.
  - Participants not present for awards may collect their award from Outfitters within two months of the race date
  - Items will not be shipped
  - All unclaimed items will be donated
  - Participants must email events@whitewater.org to arrange award pick-up
  - Typical parking fees apply
- Trail Marking
  - Designated race course will be denoted by colored arrows.
  - Color associated with specific route will be communicated during prerace announcements.
  - Whenever possible, mile markers will be present along the course.
  - Whitewater Race Series events take place on multiple surfaces, including natural surface trails over uneven terrain. As such, race distances and mile markers are approximate.
  - Your personal mileage may vary. It is our goal to ensure that you travel at no less than the posted mileage for a given race.
- Trail Safety
  - Trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers
  - Headphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc are strongly discouraged
  - Remain attentive and courteous at all times
  - Communicate when passing other trail users
  - No pets allowed on the course
  - No E-bikes or any form of powered transportation will be allowed in any Whitewater Race Series events
  - During events taking place after sunset, all participants are required to carry/wear a light source.
- Race Bibs
  - Race bib must be visible and worn on the front of shirt to receive an accurate time
- Pacers
  - Unless otherwise stated in the event specific race document, pacers are not allowed in Whitewater Race Series events
  - When pacers are allowed, pacers must check in/register with the Race Director and complete an assumption of risk agreement
- Aid Stations
  - See Course Map for aid station locations
  - Unless otherwise indicated, aid stations will consist of water only
  - Plan accordingly if you think you may require additional hydration or nutrition during the race
- Weather Policy
  - Events are scheduled to proceed rain or shine. The Whitewater Center reserves the right to alter/reschedule/cancel any Whitewater Race Series event.
  - Any changes or cancellations will be communicated via email by the Race Director.
- Parking Policy
  - The Whitewater Center has a $13 daily parking fee. Annual parking passes are available for $45.
- Emergency Policy
  - The Whitewater Center does not conduct trail rescues in the event of an emergency. Participants must call 911 if emergency vehicles and operations are needed. There are emergency location markers to communicate where emergency personnel can find you

Event Map

Race Shirts- 2027 Design Coming Soon

Race shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register on or before January 18th, 2027.

Race Hoodie- 2027 Design Coming Soon

Race hoodies are optional and only guaranteed to those who pre-register on or before January 18th, 2027.

Mug- 2027 Design Coming Soon

Frigid mugs are available as an additional add on. Each mug comes with a serving of hot chocolate.

Awards

Participants must be present at the award ceremony to receive awards. Awards will be given to the top three male/female finishers in the age groups below for the 5K and 10K divisions.

14 and under | 15-20 | 21-30 | 31-40 | 41-50 | 51-60 | 61 and better